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The Light of Days Young Readers’ Edition

The Untold Story of Women Resistance Fighters in Hitler's Ghettos

by Judy Batalion ...

This young readers’ edition tells the remarkable story, largely forgotten until now, of the young Jewish women who became resistance fighters against the Nazis during World War II. It has already been optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major motion picture.As their communities were being destroyed, groups of Jewish women and teenage girls across Poland began transforming Jewish youth groups into ... Read more

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This young readers’ edition tells the remarkable story, largely forgotten until now, of the young Jewish women who became resistance fighters against the Nazis during World War II. It has already been optioned by Steven Spielberg for a major motion picture.As their communities were being destroyed, groups of Jewish women and teenage girls across Poland began transforming Jewish youth groups into
... Read more
Action Presidents #3: Theodore Roosevelt!

A Graphic Novel Biography

by Fred Van Lente ...

Illustrated by Ryan Dunlavey ...

Series Book 3 - Action Presidents
“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty ofjokes,” said School Library Journal.“Sheer joy,” praised Booklist in astarred review.Finalist for the 2019 Excellence in GraphicLiterature Award in Middle Grade NonfictionU.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all knowthat Theodore Roosevelt protected the environment and wa... ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

“A delightful, educational spin on history—and plenty ofjokes,” said School Library Journal.“Sheer joy,” praised Booklist in astarred review.Finalist for the 2019 Excellence in GraphicLiterature Award in Middle Grade NonfictionU.S. history comes to life like never before in this full-color graphic novel! We all knowthat Theodore Roosevelt protected the environment and wa...
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Looking Back

A Book of Memories

by Lois Lowry ...

In this fascinating, moving autobiography, Lois Lowry explores her rich history through personal photographs, memories, and recollections of her childhood. Lowry’s writing often transports readers into other worlds. Now, we have the rare opportunity to travel into a real world that is her own—her life.This new edition features a refreshed design, an introduction by New York Times best-selling ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

In this fascinating, moving autobiography, Lois Lowry explores her rich history through personal photographs, memories, and recollections of her childhood. Lowry’s writing often transports readers into other worlds. Now, we have the rare opportunity to travel into a real world that is her own—her life.This new edition features a refreshed design, an introduction by New York Times best-selling
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Nonsense! the Curious Story of Edward Gorey

by Lori Mortensen ...

Illustrated by Chloe Bristol ...

A beautifully illustrated and lyrical picture-book biography of eccentric and beloved writer and artist Edward GoreyIn this lyrical biography of one of literature’s most creepily creative authors and illustrators, kids will learn about the inspiration behind a generation of creators, from Lemony Snicket to Tim Burton.Known for, among other things, wearing a large fur coat wherever he went, ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

A beautifully illustrated and lyrical picture-book biography of eccentric and beloved writer and artist Edward GoreyIn this lyrical biography of one of literature’s most creepily creative authors and illustrators, kids will learn about the inspiration behind a generation of creators, from Lemony Snicket to Tim Burton.Known for, among other things, wearing a large fur coat wherever he went,
... Read more
Who Was Walt Disney?

by Whitney Stewart, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by Nancy Harrison ...

Series series Who Was?
Read about the incredible life of Walt Disney in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series.Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on a farm in Missouri. His affection for small-town ... Read more

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Read about the incredible life of Walt Disney in this addition to the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series.Walt Disney always loved to entertain people. Often it got him into trouble. Once he painted pictures with tar on the side of his family's white house. His family was poor, and the happiest time of his childhood was spent living on a farm in Missouri. His affection for small-town
... Read more
Who Was Dr. Seuss?

by Janet B. Pascal, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by Nancy Harrison ...

Series series Who Was?
Ted Geisel loved to doodle from the time he was a kid. He had an offbeat, fun-loving personality. He often threw dinner parties where guests wore outrageous hats! And he donned quirky hats when thinking up ideas for books- like his classic The Cat in the Hat. This biography, with black-and-white illustrations throughout, brings an amazingly gifted author/illustrator to life. ... Read more

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Ted Geisel loved to doodle from the time he was a kid. He had an offbeat, fun-loving personality. He often threw dinner parties where guests wore outrageous hats! And he donned quirky hats when thinking up ideas for books- like his classic The Cat in the Hat. This biography, with black-and-white illustrations throughout, brings an amazingly gifted author/illustrator to life.
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Michael Jordan

A Life Above the Rim

by Robert Lipsyte ...

Michael Jordan was a late bloomer.Cut from the Varsity basketball team in high school when he first tried out, Michael nonetheless became the best basketball player that ever lived—Rare Air Jordan.The true story of how Michael Jordan achieved this amazing level of success as a basketball player—and as the high king of commercial endorsements—underscores one of the new roles of athletes in our ... Read more

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Michael Jordan was a late bloomer.Cut from the Varsity basketball team in high school when he first tried out, Michael nonetheless became the best basketball player that ever lived—Rare Air Jordan.The true story of how Michael Jordan achieved this amazing level of success as a basketball player—and as the high king of commercial endorsements—underscores one of the new roles of athletes in our
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The Promise

The Moving Story of a Family in the Holocaust

by Barbara Powers ...

A Holocaust survivor's own story, told specially for young readers.This is the remarkable true story of a young Jewish girl and her brother caught in a world turned upside down by the Nazis during the Second World War. Eva Schloss describes her happy early childhood in Vienna with her kind and loving parents and her older brother Heinz, whom she adored. But when the Nazis marched into Austria ... Read more

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A Holocaust survivor's own story, told specially for young readers.This is the remarkable true story of a young Jewish girl and her brother caught in a world turned upside down by the Nazis during the Second World War. Eva Schloss describes her happy early childhood in Vienna with her kind and loving parents and her older brother Heinz, whom she adored. But when the Nazis marched into Austria
... Read more
I Got This

To Gold and Beyond

by Laurie Hernandez ...

New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller!Gold medal-winning Olympic gymnast and Dancing with the Stars champion Laurie Hernandez shares her story in her own words in this debut book for fans of all ages—with never-before-seen photos!At sixteen years old, Laurie Hernandez has already made many of her dreams come true—and yet it’s only the beginning for this highly accomplished ... Read more

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New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today Bestseller!Gold medal-winning Olympic gymnast and Dancing with the Stars champion Laurie Hernandez shares her story in her own words in this debut book for fans of all ages—with never-before-seen photos!At sixteen years old, Laurie Hernandez has already made many of her dreams come true—and yet it’s only the beginning for this highly accomplished
... Read more
Prairie Girl

The Life of Laura Ingalls Wilder

by William Anderson ...

Illustrated by Renee Graef ...

Series Book 32 - Little House Nonfiction
In this charming, accessible biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, noted Wilder historian William Anderson takes us beyond the Little House books to share the real-life events that inspired Laura’s classic stories.Black-and-white interior illustrations by Renée Graef further enhance this look at one of America’s most beloved authors, perfect for chapter book readers.What was life really like for the ... Read more

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In this charming, accessible biography of Laura Ingalls Wilder, noted Wilder historian William Anderson takes us beyond the Little House books to share the real-life events that inspired Laura’s classic stories.Black-and-white interior illustrations by Renée Graef further enhance this look at one of America’s most beloved authors, perfect for chapter book readers.What was life really like for the
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Who Was Pablo Picasso?

by True Kelley, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by True Kelley ...

Series series Who Was?
Over a long, turbulent life, Picasso continually discovered new ways of seeing the world and translating it into art. A restless genius, he went through a blue period, a rose period, and a Cubist phase. He made collages, sculptures out of everyday objects, and beautiful ceramic plates. True Kelley's engaging biography is a wonderful introduction to modern art. ... Read more

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Over a long, turbulent life, Picasso continually discovered new ways of seeing the world and translating it into art. A restless genius, he went through a blue period, a rose period, and a Cubist phase. He made collages, sculptures out of everyday objects, and beautiful ceramic plates. True Kelley's engaging biography is a wonderful introduction to modern art.
... Read more
A Girl from Yamhill

A Memoir

by Beverly Cleary ...

Told in her own words, A Girl from Yamhill is Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary’s heartfelt and relatable memoir—now with a beautifully redesigned cover!Generations of children have read Beverly Cleary’s books. From Ramona Quimby to Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse to Ellen Tebbits, she has created an evergreen body of work based on the humorous tales and heartfelt anxieties of middle ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

Told in her own words, A Girl from Yamhill is Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary’s heartfelt and relatable memoir—now with a beautifully redesigned cover!Generations of children have read Beverly Cleary’s books. From Ramona Quimby to Henry Huggins, Ralph S. Mouse to Ellen Tebbits, she has created an evergreen body of work based on the humorous tales and heartfelt anxieties of middle
... Read more
Who Was Leonardo da Vinci?

by Roberta Edwards, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by True Kelley ...

Series series Who Was?
Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated encyclopedia he intended to create, all that he left were thousands of disorganized notebook pages. ... Read more

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Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated encyclopedia he intended to create, all that he left were thousands of disorganized notebook pages.
... Read more
Who Was Stan Lee?

by Geoff Edgers, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by John Hinderliter ...

Series series Who Was?
Stanley Lieber was just seventeen when he got his first job at Timely Comics in 1939. Since then, the man now known as Stan Lee has launched a comic book empire, made Marvel Comics a household name, and created iconic superheroes such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Fantastic Four. Stan Lee is still dreaming up caped crusaders and masked vigilantes in his nineties. Who Is Stan Lee? tells the ... Read more

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Stanley Lieber was just seventeen when he got his first job at Timely Comics in 1939. Since then, the man now known as Stan Lee has launched a comic book empire, made Marvel Comics a household name, and created iconic superheroes such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the Fantastic Four. Stan Lee is still dreaming up caped crusaders and masked vigilantes in his nineties. Who Is Stan Lee? tells the
... Read more
The Diary of Ma Yan

The Struggles and Hopes of a Chinese Schoolgirl

by Ma Yan, Pierre Haski ...

“Heartbreakingly inspirational.” (AsianWeek)Ma Yan's heart-wrenching, honest diary chronicles her struggle to escape hardship through her persistent, sometimes desperate, attempts to continue her schooling.In a drought-stricken corner of rural China, an education can be the difference between a life of crushing poverty and the chance for a better future. But for Ma Yan, money is scarce, and the ... Read more

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“Heartbreakingly inspirational.” (AsianWeek)Ma Yan's heart-wrenching, honest diary chronicles her struggle to escape hardship through her persistent, sometimes desperate, attempts to continue her schooling.In a drought-stricken corner of rural China, an education can be the difference between a life of crushing poverty and the chance for a better future. But for Ma Yan, money is scarce, and the
... Read more
Hey, Let's Make a Band!

The Official 5SOS Book

by 5 Seconds of Summer ...

Hi everyone,This book is pretty much our official story so far. It really does seem only like last week we played our first gig at the Annandale Hotel in Sydney. Since then we've been given the opportunity to turn into the people and musicians we wanted to be.The people who gave us the opportunity were the fans. So this book is like a thank-you. We want everyone to know the story of how four ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Hi everyone,This book is pretty much our official story so far. It really does seem only like last week we played our first gig at the Annandale Hotel in Sydney. Since then we've been given the opportunity to turn into the people and musicians we wanted to be.The people who gave us the opportunity were the fans. So this book is like a thank-you. We want everyone to know the story of how four
... Read more
Vincent Van Gogh

Portrait of an Artist

by Jan Greenberg, Sandra Jordan ...

Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist was named a Robert F. Sibert Honor book by the ALA. This is the enthralling biography of the nineteenth-century Dutch painter known for pioneering new techniques and styles in masterpieces such as Starry Night and Vase with Sunflowers. The book cites detailed primary sources and includes a glossary of artists and terms, a biographical time line, notes, a ... Read more

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Vincent Van Gogh: Portrait of an Artist was named a Robert F. Sibert Honor book by the ALA. This is the enthralling biography of the nineteenth-century Dutch painter known for pioneering new techniques and styles in masterpieces such as Starry Night and Vase with Sunflowers. The book cites detailed primary sources and includes a glossary of artists and terms, a biographical time line, notes, a
... Read more
My Own Two Feet

by Beverly Cleary ...

Told in her own words, My Own Two Feet is Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary’s second heartfelt and relatable memoir.The New Yorker called Beverly Cleary's first volume of memoirs, A Girl From Yamhill, "a warm, honest book, as interesting as any novel."Now the creator of the classic children's stories millions grew up with continues her own fascinating story. Here is Beverly Cleary, from ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Told in her own words, My Own Two Feet is Newbery Medal–winning author Beverly Cleary’s second heartfelt and relatable memoir.The New Yorker called Beverly Cleary's first volume of memoirs, A Girl From Yamhill, "a warm, honest book, as interesting as any novel."Now the creator of the classic children's stories millions grew up with continues her own fascinating story. Here is Beverly Cleary, from
... Read more
Mary Travers

Madame Bolduc

by Josée Ouimet ...

Illustrated by Christine Delezenne, Adeline Lamarre ...

Mary Travers, Madame Bolduc, est née le 4 juin 1894 dans le petit village de pêcheurs de Newport, en Gaspésie. Elle démontre très vite un goût prononcé pour la musique. À treize ans, elle part pour Montréal, engagée comme domestique. Grâce à ses talents de musicienne, elle rencontrera Édouard Bolduc qui deviendra son mari et le père de ses quatre enfants. La récession causée par la Grande ... Read more

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Mary Travers, Madame Bolduc, est née le 4 juin 1894 dans le petit village de pêcheurs de Newport, en Gaspésie. Elle démontre très vite un goût prononcé pour la musique. À treize ans, elle part pour Montréal, engagée comme domestique. Grâce à ses talents de musicienne, elle rencontrera Édouard Bolduc qui deviendra son mari et le père de ses quatre enfants. La récession causée par la Grande
... Read more
Who Was Frida Kahlo?

by Sarah Fabiny, Who HQ ...

Illustrated by Jerry Hoare ...

Series series Who Was?
You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was ... Read more

$4.99 CAD

You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was
... Read more
Texting with Andy Warhol: An Art Biography Book for Kids

Texting with History, #1

by Bobby Basil ...

Series Book 1 - Texting with History
What if you could text with Andy Warhol?Alex, a curious child, gets to do just that! Alex texts with the pop artist Andy Warhol and learns about his works of art. Who knew soup cans could be considered art?! Andy texts Alex about his childhood struggles and becoming an internationally recognized artist. It's a kid-friendly biography that uses modern-day texting bubbles children understand and ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

What if you could text with Andy Warhol?Alex, a curious child, gets to do just that! Alex texts with the pop artist Andy Warhol and learns about his works of art. Who knew soup cans could be considered art?! Andy texts Alex about his childhood struggles and becoming an internationally recognized artist. It's a kid-friendly biography that uses modern-day texting bubbles children understand and
... Read more
Andy Warhol, Prince of Pop

by Jan Greenberg, Sandra Jordan ...

“IN THE FUTURE EVERYBODY will be world famous for 15 minutes.”The Campbell’s Soup Cans. The Marilyns. The Electric Chairs. The Flowers. The work created by Andy Warhol elevated everyday images to art, ensuring Warhol a fame that has far outlasted the 15 minutes he predicted for everyone else. His very name is synonymous with the 1960s American art movement known as Pop.But Warhol’s oeuvre was the ... Read more

$7.99 CAD

“IN THE FUTURE EVERYBODY will be world famous for 15 minutes.”The Campbell’s Soup Cans. The Marilyns. The Electric Chairs. The Flowers. The work created by Andy Warhol elevated everyday images to art, ensuring Warhol a fame that has far outlasted the 15 minutes he predicted for everyone else. His very name is synonymous with the 1960s American art movement known as Pop.But Warhol’s oeuvre was the
... Read more
BTS: Rise of Bangtan

by Cara J. Stevens ...

A must-have for diehard ARMY members and new fans alike, this fan guide celebrates everything you love about BTS with an in-depth look at their journey (and ARMY’s role in it)—featuring tons of color photos!This unofficial biography tells the story of BTS and their global ARMY, which helped propel them to the top of the charts all over the world. Extensively researched, Rise of Bangtan explores ... Read more

$9.99 CAD

A must-have for diehard ARMY members and new fans alike, this fan guide celebrates everything you love about BTS with an in-depth look at their journey (and ARMY’s role in it)—featuring tons of color photos!This unofficial biography tells the story of BTS and their global ARMY, which helped propel them to the top of the charts all over the world. Extensively researched, Rise of Bangtan explores
... Read more
Cody Simpson: Welcome to Paradise: My Journey

by Cody Simpson ...

The first official all-access look into the life of singing sensation Cody Simpson.Follow Cody as he goes from singing cover songs in his bedroom to opening sold-out concerts for Justin Bieber. The memoir charts his transition from a champion junior swimmer on Australia’s Gold Coast to an international recording artist in Los Angeles.Cody details his leap from recording bedroom acoustic covers to ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

The first official all-access look into the life of singing sensation Cody Simpson.Follow Cody as he goes from singing cover songs in his bedroom to opening sold-out concerts for Justin Bieber. The memoir charts his transition from a champion junior swimmer on Australia’s Gold Coast to an international recording artist in Los Angeles.Cody details his leap from recording bedroom acoustic covers to
... Read more

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